Lapis Lazuli is chiefly composed of the mineral Lazurite, White Calcite and sparkling specks of Pyrite with additional other minerals.
Mohs Hardness
Gemstone hardness is measured on the Mohs scales. This stone is 5 – 6 on the Mohs scale. For further information please see http://www.geologypage.com/2016/04/mohs-hardness-scale.html
Sources
Chile, Soviet Union, USA, but most significantly from the mountains of Afghanistan.
Gemstone Meaning
A stone of truth, Lapis encourages honesty of the spirit, and in the spoken and written word. Wear it for all forms of deep communication. It is also a stone of friendship and brings harmony in relationships. Lapis Lazuli is one of the oldest spiritual stones known to man. It has been used by priests, royalty, and healers to bring peace, wisdom, power and psychic abilities. Lapis is said to block psychic attacks, and even help you on your spiritual journey.
Spiritual Healing Properties
When working or meditating with Lapis Lazuli, matters are clearer to the mind. It is considered a powerful stone and should be used with care. Wearing a Lapis Lazuli ring can help you to become a channel. The ancient Egyptians used Lapis Lazuli as a symbol of Truth. Lapis Lazuli is one of the oldest spiritual stones known to man, used by healers, priests and royalty, for power, wisdom and to stimulate psychic abilities and inner vision. Lapis quickly releases stress, allowing for peace and serenity. Placed over the third eye, Lapis expands awareness and conscious attunement to the intuitive self, stimulating enlightenment and enhancing dream work. It permits spiritual journeying, and tapping into personal and spiritual power. Lapis provides a connection with dream forces that are working to both guide and counsel during altered states. As a protection stone, Lapis Lazuli recognizes psychic attack and blocks it, returning the energy back to its source.
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Anniversary
Lapis Lazuli is a suitable gift for the 9th wedding anniversary.
Stone Combination
The following are good stones to combine with Lapis Lazuli.
The following are incompatible stones with Lapis Lazuli.
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